It is noted that the verdict came into force on August 20.

“The court found Rakhmatshoev guilty under the articles“ Assisting and organizing the activities of a terrorist organization ”and sentenced him to 12 years in prison with a sentence in a maximum security colony,” the FSB said.

The court found that the accused justified the activities of terrorists and showed propaganda videos of the IG. Also, according to the court, he announced plans to leave for Syria to participate in the hostilities.

Earlier in Russia, the “charitable organization” of IS supporters was exposed.

* “Islamic State” (IG) - the organization was recognized as terrorist by decision of the Supreme Court of the Russian Federation of December 29, 2014.